Maine Democrats have made a bold move in their bid to unseat long-serving Senator Susan Collins, selecting progressive Troy Jackson as their new nominee to take on the five-term incumbent. Collins, a Republican, has built a reputation for defying political expectations, having maintained her seat in the traditionally Democratic state for over three decades. Jackson, a prominent figure in Maine politics, will now face the daunting task of toppling Collins, a challenge that has proven elusive for many other Democrats in the past. With just 100 days to go before the election, Jackson's campaign will undoubtedly be closely watched as he seeks to capitalize on growing liberal sentiment in the state and mount a serious challenge to Collins' hold on the seat.
BANGOR – Democrats in Maine anointed progressive Troy Jackson as their pick to take on Sen. Susan Collins (R) with a tall order: Beat the five-term incumbent who has defied political gravity for three decades in 100 days. Democrat Graham Platner’s exit from the marquee race earlier this month left the party scrambling to find a replacement to take on...
